CITY OF SANDY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
APPLICATIONs DUE December 18, 2024
The City of Sandy, Oregon (population 13,159) is recruiting its next Public Works Director.
The Sandy Public Works Department is in the process of long-term planning and implementation of historic, critical water and wastewater infrastructure investments. The next Director will have the opportunity to lead a strong staff and technical consultant team through these major projects underway and have a significant part in shaping the character and trajectory of this professional Department and spirited community.
Under the direction of the City Manager, the Public Works Director provides leadership, direction, and general oversight of the Public Works Department. The Director serves as a key member of the City’s Leadership team. The Public Works Department is responsible for the City’s public infrastructure, including water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems, stormwater management, transportation infrastructure, and engineering services. The position supervises up to 14 FTE positions. The Director coordinates Department strategy and policy to ensure the City’s mission and core values are incorporated into operational activities and services. Responsibilities also include communication with the community, City Council, a variety of regional, state, and federal agencies and regulatory bodies as needed.
The City of Sandy, Oregon, located on the eastern edge of the Portland metro area, serves as a gateway to Mount Hood and as the commercial center for the broader eastern Clackamas County area which supports around 42,000 area residents as well the thousands of visitors to the Mt. Hood Recreation area. The Sandy community is proud of its small-town lifestyle, walkable downtown, and many annual festivals. The City’s mild climate, affordable median housing prices, and quality public schools offer a fantastic environment for families.
The ideal candidate possesses and has demonstrated the following attributes:
Excellent leadership and management abilities
Demonstrated municipal public works administration and operations knowledge
Comprehensive understanding of large capital projects
Outstanding communication skills
Excellent experience with procurement and contractor management
Strong public finance skills
Workforce management skills
Experience with public works facility planning and management
Relevant knowledge or experience to coordinate emergency preparedness
Knowledge of transportation asset management and enhancement
Appreciation of the historic and growing Sandy community
Education / Experience
A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, business administration, public administration or related field and at least five years of upper-level, preferably government, management experience are required. Ten or more years of increasingly responsible experience in public works as well as a master’s degree and a State of Oregon Professional Engineer license are desirable but not required.
Combinations of relevant education and experience that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform essential functions may be considered.
Compensation is $109,976 to $143,218 (DOQ) plus excellent benefits.
More Information on the Position:
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, candidates must email the following application materials to emily@jensenstrategies.com, no later than Wednesday, December 18, 2024, as separate attachments:
(1) a concise cover letter summarizing relevant background and qualifications for the position;
(2) a resume;
(3) a Supplemental Application Form;
and if applicable
(4) Veterans Only: a completed and signed Oregon Veteran’s Preference form with supporting documentation (DD-214 or DD-215). (Please do not submit a Veterans’ Preference Form if you are not a veteran)
Questions may be directed to:
Emily Rehder
(503) 477-5615
The City of Sandy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.